We asked dozens of makeup experts and enthusiasts and found the crème de la creme.
The eyelash curler: medieval torture device or makeup-bag essential? Hopefully you consider it the latter, but even if this tool doesn’t scare you, it can still feel like a nightmare to shop for. Have no fear—finding your holy grail is simpler than you might think.
How to Find the Perfect Eyelash Curler
A girl can burn a lot of time and moola looking for an eyelash curler that caters to her eye shape or lash growth. But according to Makeup Madeover’s celebrity makeup artist Kim Do, the silicone pad and the weight and design of the curler are what matter. “I liken it to nice or luxurious pens,” she says. “They feel good to hold and the ink glides nicely—similar to a well-designed eyelash curler, which should feel comfortable to hold and give a nice curl without too much force.”
Here’s the $30 question: which eyelash curlers are worth the splurge? “A high-quality eyelash curler can be a good investment if you have stick-straight lashes and want to open up your eyes,” says Do. “Just like a person with acne might want to spend more on products that address that issue versus other skin care. If you have a decent natural curl, by all means, spend your money on something else.” Luckily, there are some pretty great options for every budget.
6 of the Best Eyelash Curlers
We polled dozens of women—pro makeup artists, minimalist “Glossier girls” and would-be makeup experts with many years of self-experimentation under their belts—and found six eyelash curlers that really deliver. Whether you want to splurge or save is up to you. Drumroll, please!
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How to Curl Eyelashes the Right Way
A solid eyelash curler isn’t enough — you need to master curling technique, too. “Sometimes when people curl their lashes at the base, they don’t curl all the way through, so their lashes stand straight up like they’ve been electrocuted,” says Do. Here’s how to get it right every time:
- Always start with clean lashes without mascara. Carefully place the eyelash curler against your eyelid, close to the lashline, with your lashes in the opening.
- Slowly and gently clamp the curler closed with only slight pressure. Hold for 10 seconds.
- Repeat twice more up the length of your lashes.
- If you’ve missed any of the outer lashes, simply rotate the curler towards your outer eye and repeat.
What’s your favorite eyelash curler? Or do you have eyelash curler mishaps? Let us know in the comments!
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